Victoria also has some special treats for those who enjoy shopping or would like to find some special gifts for their friends and relatives. Here is a tour on which you will discover some very curious specialty shops in Victoria.
1) Rogers' Chocolates
Rogers' Chocolates is a special store in Victoria that opened way back in 1885. Since then, it has been one of the most preferred and famous chocolate stores where you can find some amazing, high quality chocolates, candies and a variety of chocolate-covered sweets.
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2) Edinburgh Tartan Shop
Edinburgh Tartan Shop is a very special shop that sells all kinds of kilts and other traditionally made textiles like blankets, scarves, sweaters, tartan and an amazing number of kilt pins.
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3) Irish Linen Stores
Irish Linen Stores is also a store with a rich and old history. The store has been in its present location since 1917. Here you can find a lot of ecologically pure, lace work, linen work and some very beautiful embroidered work. The range of items includes tablecloths, scarves, napkins and many other things.
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4) Munro's Book Store
Munro's Book Store is located in a very beautiful, historic building established in 1909. The store has an amazing interior, worth seeing even if you do not buy anything. But for those who like books, here you will find an impressive collection of more then 35 000 volumes and a very friendly and knowledgeable staff.
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5) Murchie's Tea and Coffee
Murchie's Tea and Coffee, founded in 1894, is a very famous store selling the finest tea and coffee. Here you can find some amazing tea and coffee to take home with you as well as have some in the outstanding outdoor dining area with some sandwiches, cookies and other light foods.
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6) Button & Needlework Boutique
Button & Needlework Boutique is a real treasure for someone who likes artistic handicraft and needlework. Here you will find a huge and amazing collection of all kinds of yarn, ribbon, buttons, pins, linens, silks, charts and other fascinating tools and fabrics.
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